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Heat pump tech is 170 years old. Pascal thinks it’s time for an update.

TechCrunch·October 21, 2026·1 min read
Heat pump tech is 170 years old. Pascal thinks it’s time for an update.

Refrigerants startup Pascal unveiled a new heat pump and cooling technology using a sponge-like material that promises to be 20% more efficient than current systems. The approach updates a 170-year-old heat pump concept, potentially reducing energy consumption in heating and cooling applications. Pascal's innovation targets the growing demand for efficient climate control solutions.

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